Associate (2543) - Glasgow, United Kingdom - DWF

    DWF
    DWF Glasgow, United Kingdom

    2 weeks ago

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    Full time
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    About us

    We are currently recruiting for an associate with experience in disease work to join the nationally recognised insurance team in Scotland.

    The role can be based from either our Glasgow or Edinburgh office, and we offer a hybrid working arrangement with 2 or 3 days working from the office and 2 or 3 days from home.

    The team provides expertise in disease claims including noise induced hearing loss, asbestos exposure and Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) / Vibration White Finger (VWF). The role involves a mix of litigated and pre-litigated work.

    About the role

    As an associate, your responsibilities will include:

  • Ensuring, in conjunction with the partner, that cases are progressed as quickly and efficiently as possible.
  • Working with our valued and long-standing clients to understand requirements and manage cases in line with service level agreements and best practice.
  • Prioritising work effectively and maximising efficiency in working practices
  • Building stakeholder relationships both internally and externally
  • Developing your technical and commercial knowledge via training or working practices.
  • About you

    Suitable candidates will be able to demonstrate the following skills and experience:

  • Post-qualification experience of handling defender or pursuer disease claims
  • Experience of working within a busy commercial environment, handling a varied caseload
  • Strong technical and commercial expertise, including a thorough grasp of principles and case law
  • The ability to develop new skills and to use your initiative, with the support of an experienced team
  • Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
  • What we offer

    At DWF, we deeply appreciate the significance of offering a comprehensive rewards package that extends beyond a basic salary. Our commitment is to ensure that each member of our team not only feels valued but is also duly rewarded throughout their tenure with us. When you join us, you will have the opportunity to select from a diverse array of benefits, allowing you to tailor a package carefully that perfectly aligns with your individual needs and those of your family. In addition to our standard benefits, we offer a wide range of flexible benefits and robust well-being programs.